White-bellied Munia

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Lonchura leucogastra

White-bellied Munia, a reference photo
Photo: Ian Dugdale · CC BY 4.0 (licence)

The white-bellied munia (Lonchura leucogastra) is a species of estrildid finch. It is found in Malesia. Its natural habitat is subtropical/ tropical lowland moist forest habitat, and it is also found in grasslands and residential areas. The status of the species is evaluated as Least Concern. It is an invasive species.

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of White-bellied Munia being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

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Classification

Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Aves
Order
Passeriformes
Family
Estrildidae
Species
Lonchura leucogastra

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